Working With Us
Since travel is different & forever changed, it's important to work with a qualified & professional advisor that is receptive to your needs & makes you feel comfortable.
Step 1: Get acquainted with a Complimentary Consultation. We'll talk about your trip, share thoughts, ideas & concerns: Sharing our knowledge & expertise. We provide uniquely tailored experiences, unparalleled accessibility & peace of mind. If that's what you're looking for, wonderful!!! If all you care about is price -- And quality, service & support are not important factors -- Then we might not be the right Advisors for you.
Step 2: Custom Curating: We'll discuss the best approaches & options for your travel wishlist. Once ready to move forward, submit your trip planning form & planning fee -- And we begin custom tailoring your trip! We work with our preferred team of global air, land, sea, tour & insurance suppliers to craft your itinerary & provide some amazing experiences. You'll receive a minimum of three options based on our consultation & we'll even tweak the itineraries as needed. We'll present your itinerary as well as details on how to secure your anticipated trip with ease & flexibility! (Fees vary based on the complexity of your trip, see below.)
Step 3: Pack Your Bags: We did all the planning, maintenance and prep. Your job is to pack, show up & explore! You'll have all the support and info handy for a seamless journey! While away, you'll be in the capable hands of our in-country partners & travel concierges, and have access to our team, no matter where you are on the globe!
Step 4: Welcome Back: Once you've settled in, we'll contact you to go over your trip, discuss the highlights, surprises, smiles, and even things that may need attention. Show us your smiles! We encourage all guests to share in our media pages, leave a review once they are part of The Travel Nook family. Want to see some memories?
The Travel Nook® looks forward to hosting you!!!
See your booking benefits for Trips, Concierge Services & Groups below!
Individual Vacations & Cruises*
Trip Planning Benefits & Inclusions*
The Travel Nook® trip planning fee includes a plethora of services & amenities*. We will save you precious time, money & give you peace of mind! Your trip planning package services may include, and are not limited to;
- Comprehensive Trip Quote for your requested itinerary, including three options or scenarios, with select / limited modifications or date revisions.
- Air Itinerary from your requested gateway airline & timing, if required
- and / or Lodging or Resor(s): package based on your request, with options
- and / or Escorted or Private Tour(s) package based on your request, with options
- and / or a Cruise sailing package based on your request, with options
- and / or Transportation to Airport, Cruise Pier, Resort, or vehicle rental, if required
- Internal Air, Rail or Local ferry services, based on your itinerary
- A Travel Protection Plan specific to your trip needs & destination
- Dashboard Expediting Assistance for cruises, if booked
- Onboard itinerary planning, dining & entertainment planning for cruises, if booked
- In-Destination Excursion & Attraction Guidance via our vetted ground operators
- Travel research & review of all requested components
- Air Coordination: Ticketing, flight schedule maintenance, seating & amenity confirmation* For Travel Nook booked / ticketed air.
- Customs & Immigration skip-the-line expediting, where available
- Exclusive booking perks & amenities from our preferred suppliers, not available to the public
- Health & US Embassy Advisory Updates, requirements & alerts
- In-Destination Concierge phone access & services 24/7* For Travel booked with select Insurance policy products.
- Destination Guidance: Things to know, etiquette & local customs & ethics
- Assistance with Govt required documents: Visas, tourist cards, authorizations & STEP program
- Coordination of all flight & land components
- Dining reservations & Local attraction arrangements
- Flexible payment plan, pending time of booking & if requested.
- Real-Time travel monitoring & accessibility* For Travel Nook Booked components.
- Digital Share of travel itinerary and confirmations
- Travel Documents: Document folio, souvenir luggage tags
- Welcome Travel Amenity
- Return Guest & Referral Booking Incentives
* Minimum Trip Planning Fees begin at $175.00* pending the type of trip.
* These fees are non-refundable, non-transferable and non-negotiable. Fees are not applicable towards trip package balance.
* Final Trip Planning Fee & inclusions vary according to customization, destination & duration of final trip package.
* Trip Planning requests are done on a first-come, first serve basis. We consider your date of departure, however... If your intended trip date is within 30 days, additional fees may apply.
* Your Trip Quote turn-around time may vary, depending on your destination. We'll keep you in the loop!
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* Contact us for more details regarding your desired destination
Concierge Upgraded Services*
Concierge Upgrades
For specific hand-crafted experiences, The Travel Nook® provides concierge service* opportunities and amenities at an additional cost. Some of these upgraded experiences may include, and are not limited to;
- Special Needs Assistance Guidance & Resources -- INCLUDED!* (Equipment rental, supplies & delivery, additional.)
- Private Guides or Meet & Greets
- Exclusive Private attraction access, including off-hours
- Bespoke services & experiences
- Concierge ticketing for sporting events, theatre, concerts & opera tickets
- Rescheduling of travel or change of travel itinerary while in transit
- Private Drivers & Private jets
- Luggage Valet programs, where available
- Airport Lounges, where available
- Theme Park Trip Full Itinerary Planning
- VIP services, Butlers, Genies, where available
- Exclusive in-home/villa chefs or housekeeping services
- Photographers
- Surprise events, proposals
- Grocery Delivery, where available
- Wedding & Destination event planning
- Wellness & Spa packages
- Celebrations, Fireworks
- And much more....
* Final Concierge Planning Fees & bespoke experiences vary according to level of customization, destination & duration of final trip package
* These fees are non-refundable, non-transferable and non-negotiable. Fees are not applicable towards trip package payment.
* Contact us for more info on your desired destination.
Group Travel Planning Services*
Group Travel Planning for 15 people or more
The Travel Nook® provides extensive group trip planning services* many of which are included! These packages may include, and are not limited to these exclusive benefits:
- Full Group Coordination Travel - INCLUDED!
- Group Leader upgrades, if available - INCLUDED!
- Fundraising opportunities -- INCLUDED!
- Complimentary travel or amenity -- INCLUDED!
- Meet & Greet Services -- INCLUDED!
- Flexible payment plan options -- INCLUDED!
- Dedicated Group trip & payment portal -- INCLUDED!
- Tour itinerary -- INCLUDED!
- Motorcoach Transportation by DOT-19 Certified drivers (North America), if required
- Group Air coordination, if required
- Airport Transportation, if required
- Group Transportation by vetted supplier partners, (Global), if required
- Private Tour Escort for the duration of your trip
- Musical or Dance ensemble performance or competition opportunities
- Private Group Charters or multi-family tours
- Private or Customized group tour access
- Group Meals, functions, dances & events
- Team Sporting Events & Tournament expediting
- Team-building & Professional Development Events
- Scouts, Students & Youth Educational programs
- Affinity Groups, Social Groups and Clubs
- Seniors & Community Centers & Outreach
- Group celebrations, Reunions & events
- Behind-The-Scenes-Access Tours
- Destination Weddings & Family Functions
- Incentive trips, Corporate planning
- Ministry, Philanthropy & Pilgrimages
- Parades, Festivals and Multi-Day Events
- Favors, travel gifts & amenities
- Group commemorative gifts
- And much more....
* Minimum Trip Planning Fees begin at $250.00* pending the group needs & type of trip.
* These fees are non-refundable, non-transferable and non-negotiable. Fees are not applicable for package payment.
* Group Planning Fees vary according to customization, destination & duration of final group trip package
* Trip Planning requests are done on a first-come, first serve basis. We consider your date of departure, however... If your intended trip date is within 30 days, additional fees may apply.
* Your Group Trip Quote turn-around time may vary depending on your destination. We'll keep you in the loop!
* Contact us for more details
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